Short answer
Stress is bad for you, as it can impact you both physically and emotionally.
Category 'F' is for things that fail to bring anything beneficial to the table, and are very harmful to your health. We recommend completely avoiding anything in this category. Long-term side effects of 'F' items are usually very serious.
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Category 'A'
Very healthy and numerous health benefits. Side effects are rare. Things rated an 'A+' are typically necessary for survival (for example, water).
Very healthy and numerous health benefits. A few harmful qualities may be associated, but only under certain circumstances such as an allergic reaction.
Very healthy and numerous health benefits. Harmful qualities may be associated, but aren't usually serious.
It is important to note that even the best things in life can become bad in immoderate amounts. So, although something may be rated an 'A+', overconsumption/overdoing can bring unwanted effects.
Category 'B'
Very beneficial to your health. Things rated a 'B+' may have a few harmful qualities to pay attention to.
Overall beneficial to your health. Things rated a 'B' may have some harmful qualities to pay attention to.
More beneficial to your health than not. However, harmful qualities are most likely associated and shouldn't be overlooked.
The main difference between category 'A' and category 'B' is the harmful qualities typically present in 'B' items. Serious side effects are usually uncommon, but are still possible and should be taken note of.
Category 'C'
Both beneficial and harmful qualities associated. Things rated a 'C+' are typically a bit more on the beneficial side. Still, moderation is important.
A fairly even ratio of beneficial and harmful qualities. Moderation is important. Very general topics that can lean towards both sides of the spectrum will be placed here as well. Rice, for example, can be good or bad depending on the type.
More harmful than beneficial. Side effects are common, especially when consumed/done excessively. Moderation is very important.
Category 'C' usually denotes to both good and bad qualities. When it comes to this category, it is important to keep this word in mind: moderation.
Category 'D'
Harmful to your health. Although benefits may be associated, the bad most likely outweighs the good. Moderation is very important.
Harmful to your health. A few benefits may be associated, but the bad outweighs the good. Moderation is extremely important.
Harmful to your health. Very few, if any, benefits are present. Things in this category should be avoided as much as possible.
Category 'D' is typically for things that are more harmful than beneficial. While consuming/doing something unhealthy once in a blue moon shouldn't hurt, we definitely recommend eliminating 'D' items as a regular part of your routine/diet.
Category 'F'
Category 'F' is for things that fail to bring anything beneficial to the table, and are very harmful to your health. We recommend completely avoiding anything in this category. Long-term side effects of 'F' items are usually very serious.
Category 'N'
'N' stands for neutral. Things placed into this category are generally (a) neither good nor bad for you, or (b) lack the necessary evidence to reach any conclusions.
Long answer
We all have our own distinct meaning of what stress is and how it can impact our life. Stress itself can impair our ability to function properly, whether it be mental, physical, or emotional control. Stress develops primarily from your thoughts, environment, social interactions, and outcomes of events. Neuroscientists, however, are still working on finding more links between stress and the brain.
There are many proven side effects from stress, some being more common than others. Most commonly, emotions become increasingly difficult to control and manage. Self-esteem is also known to go down. As far-fetched as it sounds, continuous stress can actually lead to chronic stress, which in turn can increase the risk for illness and disease. A study done at The Ohio State University College of Medicine showed that in just a 3-day period of being stressed, the cells that help fight off illness, tumors, and infection decrease.
More symptoms of stress include irritability, nausea, headache, chest pain, insomnia, loss of sexual desire, nervousness, dry mouth, and grinding teeth. From stress, people create "distress" which is a state of mind where your actions are no longer based off of a healthy mindset. Many of your decisions when distressed will only lead to more stress.
Stress definitely isn't a good thing and it's essential you do everything you can to turn your state of mind around. Here are a few tips to help combat stress: Eat a healthy diet (avoid caffeine, alcohol, cigarettes, etc.), get at least 8 hours of sleep, meditate, keep a positive mindset, avoid negative situations, and be social.
Possible short-term side effects
- headache
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nausea
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irritability
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chest pain
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insomnia
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decreased libido
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nervousness
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dry mouth
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teeth grinding
Possible long-term side effects
- chronic stress
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illness
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disease
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altered decision making
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depression
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extreme anxiety / pain
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lowered self-esteem
Healthier alternatives
- be positive
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be social
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stay active
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maintain a healthy diet
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avoid negative situations
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Written by Desmond Richard
Published on: 12-28-2015
Last updated: 12-10-2016
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